Monthly Archives: August 2013

FDR’s Second Bill of Rights

Posted on August 28, 2013 by Al

We need a powerful voice in the mold of proud liberals such as FDR and the Kennedys, winners of the economic race who recognized that a richer polity, a stronger nation, is best created through the efforts of all its people. And those efforts are not possible when one is struggling simply to eat, find shelter, and stay healthy. Continue reading →

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East Meets West

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Al

This week, I finished a book and movie, which both explore a well-trod path, encounters between the Atlantic and the Orient. England and the US have ruled the world for the better part of four centuries. Throughout that time, we’ve … Continue reading →

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Ironman Lake Tahoe Race Rehearsal #1

Posted on August 18, 2013 by Al

Lesson learned: take the bigger water bottle next time! Continue reading →

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Whiskey Dick

Posted on August 2, 2013 by Al

Thirty one years is a lifetime in triathlon. The Big Daddy, Hawaii’s Ironman, got its start in 1978, effectively kicking off a stream of wannabes and look a-likes. In Washington State, a number of communities started putting on their own versions of swim/bike/run soon after. Continue reading →

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